[originaltext]W: So, what are we going to show the freshmen on their orientatio

W: So, what are we going to show the freshmen on their orientation?
M: Well, I thought that we should meet at the main gate, since it’s easy to find and convenient for those students arriving by public transport.
W: OK. I see that you want to bring them here first. I suppose that’s fair enough. We need to make sure that they can get from the main gate to the department.
M: That’s exactly what I thought. In a way, it’s good that we are quite far from the main gate. I can point out the Student Union and library on the way.
W: Now, you said that you wanted me to show them round the department myself.
M: If you wouldn’t mind. I think it’s better that you, as department head, get a chance to talk to them for a while, rather than just saying ’hello’ and then disappearing.
W: I quite agree. I’ll show them the labs, seminar rooms, and the professors’ offices. We’re a small department, so it shouldn’t wear them out!
M: Thanks very much for doing that. I hope it’s not too much trouble. I really do think that we need to make them feel at home right from the start.
W: I couldn’t agree more. I remember that I was terrified when I first went to uni. All those strange places and faces! What are you going to do with them afterwards?
M: Then I’ll show them the canteen and sports centre on the east side of the campus.
W: Don’t forget to show them the Bookshop and be ready to help out with any students who have problems.
M: Got it. I can show them the bookshop on the way back to the main gate.